Shrimp Scampi with Pasta
- serves 2 -
Adapted from Tyler Florence.

1/2 pound pasta, 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons extra virigin olive oil, 1/2 large shallot, finely diced,3 cloves garlic, sliced, 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, Salt and pepper, 1/4 cup dry white wine, Juice of half a lemon, Handful of parsley, chopped

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. And a couple tablespoons of salt, then add the pasta. Cook according to the instructions on the pasta box. Drain when done.

2. Meanwhile, drop one tablespoon of the oil and one tablespoon of the butter into a large skillet. Melt the butter of medium-high heat. Add the shallots and garlic.
Cook until the shallots are translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

3. Add the shrimp and cook for about 3 minutes, turning halfway through. Remove the shrimp when pink, and set aside. Add the wine and lemon juice to the skillet, and bring to a boil. Add the rest of the butter and oil. Stir the sauce and let cook for 30 seconds to combine.

4. Return the shrimp to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, then add the drained pasta. Toss to combine everything. Add a little pasta water if the mixture is too dry. Serve with a sprinkle of parsley.